Viper

Nice looking rig. What motor and how many miles? I assume automatic tranny. Is the interior in good shape? Thanks, Brad

"PHOENIX - The Arizona Game and Fish Departments online hunt draw system website, hosted by an outside vendor, became unavailable from Monday afternoon through early Tuesday morning as thousands of hopeful hunters tried to log on and learn whether their applications had been drawn for the upcoming elk and pronghorn antelope season. Officials have attributed the problem to extraordinary demand on the system to view draw results, and not a failure of the hunt draw or application processes. Draw results were posted early Monday afternoon, and the draw results system initially worked as planned. But as large numbers of people tried to access the system simultaneously, it slowed dramatically and ultimately shut down, which impacted the ability of the public to access it. The vendor temporarily disabled the site to work on the problem." Didn't see that comin'....REALLY?!! - - Here's my "shock face"!

I like the online process, but I agree, it's the same problem each year we have this process, and every year with the single phone line getting jammed up. It happened years ago when the online process was used. Hunters aren't going to excercise patience when it comes to the elk/antelope draw...are you kidding?....maybe with pig but not elk. If these contracted vendors would use current technology, it would solve a lot of issues. There's no reason that an email/text message can't be auto-generated when the application is processed. When I place an order with an online company, a confirmation email is auto-generated and in my inbox in a matter of minutes. If I knew that was coming, I would wait. I typically don't complain much, unless it is about incompetency....can't tolerate it. It's possible G&F contracts a lower priced service due to budget...you get what you pay for sorta thing, I don't know.

What size is the objective (mm)? Is it the BDC reticle? Thanks Brad

It was a disappointing turnout. Not sure why. Only three people selling stuff. It was still fun to meet more fellow hunters. Thanks for the coffee and doghnuts Jeremy.

What time should we be there if we want to sell/set up? What time does the sale start?

That's good news....he's doing my deer that I took last season. Looks like a good job!

What taxidermist di the mount? It looks really good.

When is the magical hour...when the pickin's are good? (start time?)

My huntin' buddy and I will be there. May have some stuff to sell....not sure yet.

I love my Rem 700 xcr in. 270. I bought it off a gunbroker site from a guy in the west valley for $650, virtually new. It shoots the cheaper core lokt 130gr very well. Not much kick even with the synthetic stock.....you can shoot it all day. I recommend a decent scope, variable to at least 12x. It is a big difference over 9x. I bought a Burris fullfield II 4.5 - 14x for $260 off a website store. Normal retail at that time was $400. I really like the ballistic-plex reticle. It works well for that setup. If you are patient, you can find good deals on this site and others.

I'll sell you my other one. It's the older version X2, in perfect shape.

I'll take it. I sent you a PM.

Thanks for the info. I sent you a PM.

My quad is 7' long and 4' wide. May not need 7' if the bumpers fit over the side rails.

Yup, be patient. You have some time before the season/scouting. I shopped ebay and craigslist for a few months before finding a Zeiss Diascope in the west valley for $950. When it cames up, you have to jump on it or it will be gone.

Not sure what the problem was with your tents/setup. I have had my Alaknak in high wind and torential downpoors in the White Mnts. No leaks at all. I actually bought mine at the original Cabelas in Sidney Nebraska, in 2005. They had all the tents set up outside. The tent guy said when they get their regular 60+ mph winds, The Alaknak is one of the only ones left standing. Most of the others end up in the pond. The one downside to this tent is all the stake pounding....it has around 24 stakes to pound. But I guess that's what holds it up in the wind. The advantage of these Cabelas Outfitter Series tents is they are much lighter than canvas, and don't mildew. My sinuses don't handle that smell.

+1 I have two mags loaded 2 or 3 bullets short, one in the gun and one for reload. The third I leave empty. Every couple months, rotate mags. That way each mag gets a turn at being empty for a while. When I carry the gun for travel/camping/hunting, I load 'em full up.

Love my Alaknak 12x12. Handles any kind of weather. Mostly use a propane heater but I realy like the wood stove, when it's cold enough. The center pole is no big deal. Maybe can get your wife/girl friend to pole dance for ya.

I am considering something like this. Will the deck hold a full size quad? What is the tounge weight? My quad is around 700 lbs...added to the toungue weight may be a concern.

"Maybe there should be an optics camp out one weekend this spring where everyone brings their glass to compare with fellow hunters glass. Should be fun and very helpful". Great idea, but could be an expensive trip for some $$

True, they had roof issues. They were designed too flat for the length. Over several months the roof started bowing in the middle, and cracking the sides. They replaced mine free of charge, with the new design. It had more of an arc to provide support. They also added the steel A/C support rail on the inside. No problems for the last 12 years.

I've carried now and then in the past...a full size Ruger P91DC. That's all metal, large frame, .40 cal. It is stinkin' heavy and I hate those decocker levers. Last year I decided I wanted to carry more often, especially when out on my own. I've encountered several AZ bears over the years, but never had a problem with them. It's the idots that are up to no good that concerns me. I bought the Springfield XDm 3.8" compact in .40 cal. It is sweet! It weighs half pound lighter than my Ruger. I can carry with the compact mag (11 rounds) or the extended mag (16 rounds) and put another mag in my pack. It's over $600, but the regular XD is around $500.

Is this the new model with steel frame, or old one?

I would like to buy the adapter. PM sent.